Is it just me, or does it feel like Christmas is arriving earlier each year?

Over the weekend, I attended two dinner functions and was amazed at the fact that Christmas trees and all the trimmings were on display. The only thing missing was Christmas crackers and hats. The world has gone mad.

Personally, I’m not at all ready for the festivities due to work demands, but shops, hotels and restaurants are gearing up for the silly season.

t’s great to see so many venues already booked up for Christmas. We live in interesting times.

I am currently preparing to entertain an audience in Dublin that are ready to start their festivities in less than two weeks’ time.

On the plus side, the comedy material virtually writes itself at this time of year as stories of old tend to get resurrected.

One thing is for sure – you won’t catch me dressing up like a Christmas tree and wearing a silly Val Doonican cardigan anytime soon.

Right then, I’m off to start my Christmas gift list…